2
Warranty ................................................4-5
Safety Rules ..........................................2-3
Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6
Operation ...............................................7-9
Maintenance Schedule ........................... 10
Maintenance ......................................10-12
Product Spec i fi
ca tions .......................... 10
Service and Adjustments ...................13-14
Storage ..............................................14-15
Troubleshooting ...................................... 16
Repair Parts .......................................18-26
Sears Service .......................... Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
Look for this symbol to point out im por-
tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING:
In order to prevent ac ci-
den tal starting when setting up, trans port-
ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always
dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire
where it can not contact plug.
CAUTION:
Muffl er and
other engine parts become
extremely hot during
operation and remain hot
after engine has stopped.
To avoid severe burns
on contact, stay away from these areas.
WARNING:
This trimmer is equipped
with an internal com bus tion engine and
should not be used on or near any un im-
proved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-cov ered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be main tained in effective working
order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-
nia Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffl er is available through your
nearest Sears Service Centre/Department
in Canada (see the REPAIR PARTS sec-
tion of this manual).
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine and in the manual
before starting. Be thor ough ly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of
the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffl er and spinning line. A hot muffl er
can cause serious burns.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Stay away from breakable objects, such
as house windows, auto glass, green-
hous es, etc.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the spinning lines.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before trimming, particularly small chil-
dren and pets. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Wear appropriate clothing such as a long-
sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long
trousers or slacks. Do not wear shorts.
• Do not wear loose clothing which could
get caught in this equipment.
• Do not operate the machine when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear work gloves and sturdy footwear.
Leather work shoes or short boots work
well for most people. These will protect
the operator’s ankles and shins from
small sticks, splinters, and other debris,
and improve traction.
The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects thrown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating your trimmer or per form ing any
adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a
wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
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